Environment

Is fur a ‘green’ option?

Many of the terms commonly employed by the fur industry are neither well defined nor regulated under the law. Canada’s Competition Act does not specifically restrict the use of terms like “environmentally friendly”.

The radio collars used by scientists to track multiple species in and around Banff National Park may also be used by photographers looking to get up close to the animals. And that’s why Parks Canada has banned the use of telemetry receivers within their boundaries. "We've had a few incidents...

It gets frustrating for us animal lovers – the apparent lack of change, the ongoing suffering. But the times, they really are a changing. This week we’re talking with two people involved in the process of change. Earlier this year, APFA got to work with Insights West to poll Canadian...

Whistler is a gorgeous region of our country: from the beautiful vistas to the teeming wildlife, it’s a rare gem that should always be appreciated and protected. But the desire to protect bears wasn’t enough for an unfortunate foursome who lost their lives to police and conservation officers. In a...